Leave it to two Alabama guys - both of whom are in the Navy -
to turn a reenlistment ceremony into an occasion to celebrate their favorite sports
teams.

Lt. Brian Tichenor, a Huntsville native and lifelong Auburn
Tigers fan, had the opportunity Saturday to reenlist Birmingham native CTR2
Grady Wright, who is a passionate supporter of the Crimson Tide. Standing in
front of the American flag, the two passed up a chance to wear uniforms and
opted for Alabama and Auburn jerseys for the reenlistment ceremony where Wright
marked a three year commitment.

Tichenor said after
21 years in the Navy, this is his first reenlistment ceremony for a fellow
sailor from Alabama.

"As if that weren't enough, we are both diehard fans of our
favorite football teams, but as fate would have it he is an Alabama Crimson
Tide fan and I bleed Auburn blue and orange," said Tichenor, who is currently
stationed in Washington, DC. "Though we may not see eye-to-eye when it comes to
football, we both love our Navy and are proud to represent our state and our
nation."